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• Iron and Kidoh jailed for smoking marijuana

  On November 24, South Korean rappers Iron and Kidoh received suspended jail terms from a district court in Seoul on charges of drug use.The two rappers were charged for the consumption of Marijuana when an acquaintance of theirs was arrested for an attempted theft at a sauna in Gangnam. The guy who was arrested tested positive for drugs, which led to the investigation of others who were suspected of drug use. During the test, both Iron and Kidoh were found positive for use of Marijuana.Iron had already been charged for three counts of marijuana use in the December 2014 and March 2015, while Kidoh was accused of smoking Marijuana in Bangkok bar in October 2015.According to South Korean law, use of Marijuana is banned and it carries a maximum 5 years penalty in prison for using or fine upto 50 million won.Iron was expecting an eight month jail sentence, due to his previous charges. However, he ended up being charged with two-year probation instead. On the other hand Kidoh was charged with one-year probation in place of six-month jail sentence. They are also required to pay fine and attend a rehab for 40 hours.Iron is a solo artist known very well for his role in TV show “Show me The Money” and he recently released his full-length album, ‘ROCKBOTTOM’, which had previous controversy over explicit Kidoh. While Kidoh is a former of the idol group TOPP DOGG and was supposed to hold a tour in the US this December which looks unsure now.Concerning his drug charges, Iron stated in a previous interview, “First of all, as a Korean citizen I went against the law and I am waiting to receive sentence for my wrong doings. However, I don’t think marijuana is a drug.” Both rappers are still active in the music industry, despite the recent drug scandal.

  12.02.16 | 4:05PM EST

• Sulli of f(x) set to shine as an up and coming K-Drama actress

  Sulli, formerly of girl group f(x), continues to rise in prominence, as she's set to become the latest familiar face in K-Dramas.

  12.02.16 | 4:37PM EST

• Seo In Guk asked to choose between acting and singing; find out his answer!

  In the entertainment industry, Seo In Guk proved himself to be a talented singer and actor. Each one, of course, varied in success.

  12.02.16 | 3:00PM EST

• Is Ji Chang Wook dating Girl's Generation’s Yoona?

  Many rumors are surfacing that "The K2" actor Ji Chang Wook might be dating co-star and Girl's Generation member Yoona.

  12.02.16 | 2:53AM EST

• SNL Korea sexual assault controversy latest update: Lee See-Young snubs Korean Culture Entertainment Awards

  Comedienne Lee Se-Young declined the award she is about to receive at the Korean Culture Entertainment Awards. She decided that this is not appropriate time for her to do so, as the sexual harassment controversy in tvN’s Saturday Night Live Korea remains a hot issue.

  12.01.16 | 11:24AM EST

• Kim Jong Kook and Mighty Mouth's Shorry J: Friends of Sangchu who helped him during hiatus

  It's good to know that true friends exist in the hallyu world. Mighty Mouth recently had their photoshoot with bnt International! On a recent report by Kpop Music, the hiphop duo also had an interview after the photoshoot.

  12.01.16 | 9:38AM EST

• Latest update on China’s ban on Hallyu and Korean celebrities

  Jun Ji-Hyun disappeared as the face of a China’s mobile phone brand. This is in the latest update in the tension between Korea and China regarding the THAAD deployment, which has spilled to the entertainment industry.

  11.30.16 | 2:18PM EST

• Here's why EXO Park Chanyeol's face was in New York City's Times Square

  Park Chanyeol of EXO recently got his face up on a large ad in New York City's Times Square. Here's why.

  11.30.16 | 1:39PM EST

• The Fall of 2NE1: Signs that led towards 2NE1's disbandment

  Here, we break down the factors that may have led towards the disbandment of 2NE1. (Photo : Facebook / Official 2ne1) It was truly the most heartbreaking news of the year when YG Entertainment had announced the disbandment of their flagship girl group 2NE1.

  11.30.16 | 3:16AM EST

• Renowned Producer and DJ Diplo is BLACKPINK's Newest Fan!

  A tweet posted by the renowned producer and DJ, Diplo, is making waves after it features the rookie girl group BLACKPINK.

  11.15.16 | 3:16AM EST

• Twice To Record ‘Running Man’ This Weekend Plus Song Ji Hyo Drunk Texts Gary

  Twice is set to film ‘Running Man’ this weekend at Busan. Also, Song Ji Hyo has sent drunk texts to former "Running Man" member and her partenr as a "Monday Couple" Gary.

  11.15.16 | 12:15AM EST

• Twice: “TT” Slaying Like Always Plus Momo’s Birthday And MiMo Pepero Kiss With The Help Of Sana

  Twice have broken records with "TT". Also, Twice, JYP Entertainment and Onces are celebrating the bithday of the dance machine Momo.

  11.09.16 | 3:19AM EST